FOOD AND FINANCE HIGH SCHOOL

FOOD AND FINANCE HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 383 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, FOOD AND FINANCE HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

FOOD AND FINANCE HIGH SCHOOL (FFHS), located in Hell’s Kitchen, Manhattan, is a unique public school that integrates a traditional rigorous academic curriculum with specialized career and technical education (CTE) in the culinary arts. As the only public high school in New York City dedicated exclusively to the food industry, it provides students with a comprehensive professional foundation. Through its partnership with the Food Bank For New York City, the school offers students hands-on training in professional kitchens, catering, and food management, preparing them for both immediate entry into the hospitality workforce and success in post-secondary culinary or academic programs.

Beyond its technical training, the school emphasizes a culture of community, sustainability, and civic responsibility. Students are often involved in farm-to-table initiatives, food justice projects, and large-scale culinary events, which help them understand the broader social and economic impact of the food industry. By combining core subjects like math, science, and humanities with a specialized vocational track, FOOD AND FINANCE HIGH SCHOOL aims to develop well-rounded graduates who are equipped with the professional certifications and critical thinking skills necessary to excel in the competitive global food sector.

For more information, contact FOOD AND FINANCE HIGH SCHOOL at (212) 586-2943 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.